born and raised twice in the bay, I preach Jesus and him crucified
“For Christ did not send me to baptize but to preach the gospel, and not with words of eloquent wisdom, lest the cross of Christ be emptied of its power. … For the foolishness of God is wiser than men, and the weakness of God is stronger than men.” (1 Corinthians 1.17,25, ESV) My parents... Continue Reading →
“Finally, brothers, whatever is true, whatever is honorable, whatever is just, whatever is pure, whatever is lovely, whatever is commendable, if there is any excellence, if there is anything worthy of praise, think about these things.” (Philippians 4:8, ESV) People rarely stop to ask who decides what fills their minds each day. In the digital... Continue Reading →
Our lives are full of seemingly endless choices. It’s a pattern you see in life again and again: Take the harder road now and discover freedom later. Take the easier road now and let the struggle catch up to you later. When you stretch yourself, sometimes facing discomfort head-on, the ripple effects can change everything.... Continue Reading →
Imagine stepping into a bustling marketplace. Signs everywhere, voices calling, colors popping. But here’s the twist: you are not there to buy anything—they are there to buy you. This is where we are today. In 2024, advertisers in the U.S. alone are spending around $373 billion, all directed toward capturing our time, emotions, and, ultimately,... Continue Reading →
“Don’t go to stupid places; don’t associate with stupid people; don’t do stupid things.” ~ John Farnham “Don’t go to stupid places.” The idea here is simple: stay away from places where trouble breeds. The Proverbs provide vivid warnings about staying off paths that lead nowhere good. “Do not enter the path of the wicked,... Continue Reading →
Phillip W. Martin 